Alpha lipoic acid's anti-inflammatory effects help protect organs from the damaging effects of high cholesterol and body fat. This includes protecting the pancreas, which produces insulin. Studies suggest alpha lipoic acid may actually be safer than some conventional diabetes drugs, which can increase appetite and body fat. (iv.47-48, 57, 65)

You may have heard that high blood sugar can cause advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) to form, but did you know how dangerous they can be? Find out how AGEs can cause diabetic complications and how alpha lipoic acid can help.

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